Tax
Understanding tax strategies and managing your tax bill should be part of any sound financial approach. Some taxes can be deferred, and others can be managed through tax-efficient investing. With careful and consistent preparation, you may be able to manage the impact of taxes on your financial efforts.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
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The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
Understanding Marginal Income Tax Brackets
An inside look at how marginal income tax brackets work.
Federal Income Tax
Use this calculator to estimate your income tax liability along with average and marginal tax rates.
How Income Taxes Work
A quick look at how federal income taxes work.
Building a Plan: Tax Strategies for Retirement Income
Ready to live your ideal retirement? Learn tax-efficient withdrawal strategies to help make your savings work harder for you.
Tax-Loss Harvesting: A Tax Strategy to Consider
Not every investment will be a winner, but a strategy called tax-loss harvesting can potentially lower your tax bill.
Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
Making Cash Flow Count with Tax-Smart Strategies
Discover how managing your cash flow can help you improve your tax situation and move closer to your long-term goals.
A Quick Guide to Charitable Trusts
Want to Know if a Charitable Trust is appropriate for you? Understand the philanthropic and tax implications.
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Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Federal Income Tax
Use this calculator to estimate your income tax liability along with average and marginal tax rates.
Social Security Taxes
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.
Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work to pay your federal tax liability.
Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
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The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?